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[odracir]

Hi, im new on this i never built a computer before. Im trying to build a modest gaming computer with $1300 or less including a 22" monitor please help me with this. This is what i think, after reading for a few days this site, i want (all the parts are from newegg.com) :

Processor: intel core2 duo E6600 Item#:N82E16819115003 $313.
Motherboard: ASUS P5B Delux Item#:N82E16813131045 $178.99 newegg.com
Memory: corsair vs ddr2-667 2gb Item#:N82E16820145098 $139.99 newegg.com
Hard Drive: Seagate 320gb 7200.10 SATA Item#:N82E16822148140 $84.99
Videocard: Sapphire100196L Radeon X1950pro 512 mb 256 bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Item#: N82E16814102075 newegg.com $199.99.
Case: Cool Master Centurion 5 - Retail $49.99
Powersupply: Item#:N82E16817104954 newegg.com $50.99
Monitor: 22" CHIME open box newegg.com $229
Keyboard/Mouse: around $30
CD/DVD Drive: around $35

Total (aprox.): $1311.94

THANKS, IN ADVANCE.

[Alaron]

That is a solid list, you've done your homework.

For everyone's benefit, the power supply is an FSP 450: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817104954

The only thing you might want to look at is the monitor. I don't know about Chimea's quality. The 22" Acer on Newegg that is $260 is an excellent deal.

[Mr.Ferrari]

Looks good.

Only thing I would change optionally is adding a bit beefier powersupply, perhaps a Corsair HX 520W so that your set for future upgrades.

I wouldn't feel too comfortable about that monitor. I've never really heard of that brand being all that great, and open box items are questionable at best. I would try to buy new and quality.

[odracir]

Thanks for the suggestions, i will take them in consideration. Should i go for it and build it? I never built a computer before and im afraid to damage the parts and lose more money . What book i need to have by my side to begin building this baby. And what 22" monitor can you recommend, not that expensive no more than $300 if possible. THANKS.

[Alaron]

Our very own PCMech book will guide you through the build. You should definitely build. Take your time and ask questions, you'll do fine.
http://www.pcmech.com/xcart/product....2&cat=0&page=1

Newegg has a 22" Acer for $260. That is a heck of deal and a good quality monitor. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824009102

[Cricket]

Originally Posted by odracir Thanks for the suggestions, i will take them in consideration. Should i go for it and build it? I never built a computer before and im afraid to damage the parts and lose more money .

Assembling the computer is actually the easy part...the hard part is selecting the right parts that will perform together well without any compatibility issues.

Originally Posted by odracir And what 22" monitor can you recommend, not that expensive no more than $300 if possible.

I'd look at ACER, Samsung and LG LCD monitors.

Cricket

[Wolverdick]

Thats a solid looking list. ID agree with a stronger PSU.
As for monitors, I'm really happy with my HP monitor.
Heres one you might want to check out:
HP L2045w Black-Silver 20.1" 5ms DVI Widescreen LCD Monitor with Height & Pivot Adjustments - $239.99 after $40 rebate
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824176073

[Wolverdick]

for a better PSU, just saw this at NewEgg...strong, solid and Quiet.
Antec NeoHE 500 ATX12V 500W Power Supply - only $79.99 after $20 rebate
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817103940

[Disgrace]

I'll put in another vote for Acer monitors. I'm using a 17" AL1715 and it's been running perfect for more than a year.

[hitchface]

Acer and LG, bro. I push LG a lot because of the really high contrast ratios...it just makes everything look a world more clear and sharp. They have a 19" model on Newegg that has a 1400:1 ratio...same as my 17".

[Cricket]

When I was shopping for my current 19" LCD monitor I had it narrowed down between LG and Samsung. I had the opportunity to compare a 19" LG and 19" Samsung side by side using the same image and I honestly couldn't see any difference between the two. I have a degree in Fine Arts (Drawing and Painting) and I'm very visual and color sensitive so any difference between the two monitors would have been very clear to me, but the quality of the image between the two monitors was just too close to call. My wife had her 17" Samsung LCD for 3 years without any problems so I went with the Samsung and have been very happy with it.

I read somewhere that the contrast ratio for LCD monitors isn't standardized and the manufacturer's came up with their own methods to figure out contrast ratio measurements for their monitors, so you really shouldn't compare contrast ratio numbers between the different manufacturers. Best to actually look at the monitors (side by side if possible) to see which one looks best to you.

Cricket

[odracir]

Thanks guys for all the comments, thy been very helpful. Last night i bought the book how to build a pc from this site, so very soon i will begin buying the parts and begin to build my baby so you guys will hear from me A LOT asking questions. The proyect will go over the $1300 because of the shipping , i live in Puerto Rico and the shipping is almost $200 for all the parts. Thanks for the comments about the monitor, it will be an Acer, Samgsun or an LG. THANKS, this is a great site, i think is the best keep the god work.

[odracir]

Another question, just wondering, in the computer case area should i stay with the case i chose or changing to this case make any difference Item#:N82E16811146029 $139.99 from newegg.com (there is big difference in price) if i change to this case dose this affect my actual configuration, do i have to change anything? THANKS.

[odracir]

Originally Posted by odracir Hi, im new on this i never built a computer before. Im trying to build a modest gaming computer with $1300 or less including a 22" monitor please help me with this. This is what i think, after reading for a few days this site, i want (all the parts are from newegg.com) : Processor: intel core2 duo E6600 Item#:N82E16819115003 $313. Motherboard: ASUS P5B Delux Item#:N82E16813131045 $178.99 newegg.com Memory: corsair vs ddr2-667 2gb Item#:N82E16820145098 $139.99 newegg.com Hard Drive: Seagate 320gb 7200.10 SATA Item#:N82E16822148140 $84.99 Videocard: Sapphire100196L Radeon X1950pro 512 mb 256 bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Item#: N82E16814102075 newegg.com $199.99. Case: Cool Master Centurion 5 - Retail $49.99 Powersupply: Item#:N82E16817104954 newegg.com $50.99 Monitor: 22" CHIME open box newegg.com $229 Keyboard/Mouse: around $30 CD/DVD Drive: around $35 Total (aprox.): $1311.94 THANKS, IN ADVANCE.

Hi, following your recommendations i made this changes, WHAT DO YOU THINK?:
case: Lian-li Item#:N82E16811112025 $99.99
Powersupply: Corsair 520w Item#:N82E16817139001 $119.99
Monitor: 22" wide Acer Item#:N82E16824009102 (is true that i will have problem with games with wide monitors?)
Keyboard/Mouse: Tell me a god one for gaming, please
CD/DVD Drive: Lite-on Item#:N82E16827106072 $46.99(let me know about this one, im having problems choosing one, tell me a god one please)

[Alaron]

Those changes are all fine. Your LiteOn is solid, it comes with software.

For the keyboard/mouse, that is largely personal preference for what feels good in the hand. The Logitech G5 is a popular gaming mouse.

You should not have any issues with games on a wide monitor. Most games support those resolutions, and those that don't can usually be tweaked to support them.

[BoomerSoonerOKU]

odracir,

I was in your same shoes a couple of months ago. You'll get good advice here and they are right, putting it together is the easy part.

I'll agree with the recommendations on the PSU. I've put a couple together now, and you save yourself a lot of headaches when you don't skimp on the PSU. I personally put the 520w Corsair in my rig and I love it. Voltage is rock steady, it's quiet, and gives me room to upgrade.

Depending on what type of games you play you might think ahead to DX10. I stuck a placeholder video card (7600GT) until more dx10 cards come out and the price drops.

For the monitor, I took a chance and went with an off brand LCD. I went with a Sceptre 20" LCD. I was very surprised at the quality of it. Mine shipped with 0 dead pixels and it just looks great. For 180 bucks it's a steal. Take a look through the user comments there, it seems it's a pretty quality monitor.

Take my advice with a grain of salt. I'm a newbie, but I'm learning.

[odracir]

Thanks a lot guys, after April when the prices go down i will buy the parts and then begins the party of putting all together, i already have the book from this site is great for newbees like my and i have you guys for tech support what a great combination. Last question, for the moment, does the core 2 duo e6600 comes with a processor cooling fan or i have to buy one? if yes which one i have to buy. Is the case i chose adequate for my proyect and parts i chose? THANKS in advance.

[Alaron]

The Retail version of the CPU, which you have in your list, will come with a heatsink and fan.

The case looks like a good one. Lian-Lis are very high quality.